art of lying

The art of lying and deception has developed over centuries of mistruth and ||||||| , to become in today's modern world a necessity of life. The Oxford dictionary defines a lie as "an intentionally false statement used in order to deceive". Although condemned, lying is an act in which we all take part in. For many of us, lying is a daily habit which saves both time and pain. Whether denying an action to escape punishment or implying false statements to persuade or deceive, lying is an art, which if mastered can be a very useful tool in life. If used incorrectly, the consequences of lying can have a profound negative impact on our lives both socially and in extreme cases legally. Lying comes in many forms and variations depending on the situation it is to be used in. Verbal, visual and physical lies are used for many different purposes. In this piece of writing, you will develop and understanding of the uses and consequences of lying and deception, and also learn some techniques assoc...